Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
This level got 5th place in my 1.0 contest, which came at a surprise for me. This entry flew a bit under the radar compared to most, which meant it was not a top 5 pick. It definitely, though, deserved more attention than it got! Representing Cataclysmic events, the energy is unmatched with all of the background flashing and visual motion coming from a lot of the blocks. The gameplay is intense, yet fair for the requested difficulty, really helping sell the frenetic atmosphere the level uses to match with its song. The ending parts of this level are very atmospheric, showing off the remnants (cinders) of the apocalyptic event that just occured (A Cataclysm perchance). The level demonstrates mastery over energy and environmental storytelling, especially impressive as this was their first time working with 1.0 limitations. Definitely give this one a play-through!
Level Name: CindersOfCataclysm by BenguinKid
Level ID: 126867712
Song used: Close Combat by ParagonX9
newgrounds.com/audio/listen/3500
Requested Difficulty: 9*
Personal Difficulty: 8*
Enjoyment Rating: 9/10
Footage recorded by me
Video made in CapCut
This level got 5th place in my 1.0 contest, which came at a surprise for me. This entry flew a bit under the radar compared to most, which meant it was not a top 5 pick. It definitely, though, deserved more attention than it got! Representing Cataclysmic events, the energy is unmatched with all of the background flashing and visual motion coming from a lot of the blocks. The gameplay is intense, yet fair for the requested difficulty, really helping sell the frenetic atmosphere the level uses to match with its song. The ending parts of this level are very atmospheric, showing off the remnants (cinders) of the apocalyptic event that just occured (A Cataclysm perchance). The level demonstrates mastery over energy and environmental storytelling, especially impressive as this was their first time working with 1.0 limitations. Definitely give this one a play-through!
Level Name: CindersOfCataclysm by BenguinKid
Level ID: 126867712
Song used: Close Combat by ParagonX9
newgrounds.com/audio/listen/3500
Requested Difficulty: 9*
Personal Difficulty: 8*
Enjoyment Rating: 9/10
Footage recorded by me
Video made in CapCut
